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Losing weight without a Fitbit, a digital pet to keep you fit, and more: Quantified Self weekly links

Products

SELF Journal, Kickstart, funded

The SELF Journal combines a daily calendar, habit tracking, goal setting, to do lists, and a gratitude journal. So far it’s earned more than three times its funding goal, and still has three weeks to go.

• Lully: device to monitor and prevent night terrors
• Hue wireless dimming kit: add lighting dimmers to any room
• iBackPack: backpack with built-in WiFi hotspot, USB connections, retractable USB power cord, and more, Indiegogo, funded

Software

tep, iOS, Android, Windows Phone

Tamagotchi crossed with Fitbit. On your phone.

• myRoundPro: track and improve your golf game
• Together: stay connected to your partner even when you’re apart, Android Wear
• cardiogram: heart rate tracking, iOS
• Strong: workout tracker, iOS
• My Reasons: habit tracker, iOS

News and articles

I just lost 100 pounds. Here’s why almost nobody else will!

This is a story about how I learned to get healthy gradually, without guilt, and without unrealistic goals that everyone seems to think are necessary to lose weight. Hopefully you will find ways to apply the approach I have taken into your own journey.

• Measuring productivity
• Comparing Step Counts: Apple Watch, Fitbit Charge HR, And IOS Withings App
• Best smart thermostat and heating systems for your home

Image credits: Best Self Co., tep